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A school that never was
As Newburgh children walk through their schoolhouse doors this week, there is one set of doors that won’t open for them. Those doors were considered but never built. In the 1950s, as a … more
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Luau party held at Mt. St. Joseph for the sisters
  As summer winds down to a close, the nurses at Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, at Mt. St. Joseph hosted a lovely luau party for the sisters and gifted them with … more
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Safe Harbors presents Flowers for our Grandmothers
Greetings from River City. “There are none so blind that they will not see. The most deluded people are those who choose to ignore what they already know.” John Hayward, 1546.  In an … more
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The history of school lunches
With summer over, our cherished cherubs are returning to school. Many parents will wait with anticipation and anxiety until the happy bus arrives to pick up their offspring. As the bus pulls away, … more
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A new school year begins
Let’s give a big DUKE WELCOME to our newest Marlboro Central School District teachers! These enthusiastic educators are gathering today and tomorrow for the district’s annual New … more
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General Montgomery Day is fast approaching
School is in session, please remember while traveling to give extra time for bus traffic. They contain a very precious cargo, our kids.  General Montgomery Day is fast approaching on … more
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At Liberty and Lafayette
Development plans are being showcased all around Newburgh. It seems to be a time when possibilities and profit have reappeared for many of Newburgh’s empty lots. One such parcel is the … more
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The George Washington Bicentennial Commission
A good buddy asked me to write about this commemorative coin, which according to the date on the card, was issued May 28, 1932, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of George Washington. … more
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Free cancer screening September 5 at Newburgh Mall
  Beach season is in the rearview mirror, so shake the sand from your flip-flops and welcome back-to-school season with chillier days and sweaters.  The familiar tune of school bells … more
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Safe Harbors’ annual gala coming in September
Greetings from River City. Labor Day! Do you believe it? We’ll be celebrating Halloween, Election Day and Thanksgiving before we know it… and can Christmas, Kwanza and 2025 be far … more
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Adult, youth yoga classes beginning at Sarah Hull Hallock Library
Marlboro Free Library Events Messy Masterpieces. Saturday, August 31, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Library Side Lawn (weather permitting) Calling all families! Join us for a fun-filled, … more
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VC scholarship council announces upcoming events
The most wonder time of the year is approaching. No, not Christmas movies yet, back to school! The members of the Valley Central Scholarship Council are already planning events. Mark your … more
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‘Playground with the Principals’ kicks off a new school year
School News/Events Mark Your Calendars! The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, Sept. 4. We’re excited to welcome our Dukes back for another great year! Marlboro Elementary … more
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Shifting Tides of Time
The financial and social fortunes of Newburgh have flowed through our community like the tides of the Hudson River at our gate. Over the 315 years of our history, Newburgh has been a leader and a … more
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“Praise Picnic”, an afternoon of music community and hope
Greetings from River City. There’s an NFA Monthly Reunion Luncheon of 1950s and 1960s NFA classes, always on the last Wednesday of every month, 12 Noon, and always at La Casa Vicina Restaurant, … more
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The fallout shelters of the Cold War
When I need some quality advice, and quality building products, I find myself drifting over to Heights Lumber. They’ve been there longer than I’ve been alive and that’s saying … more
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The Graham residence
I’d like to take the time to document another of the glass plate negatives for everyone, and for a number of people on genealogical platforms. This one is for James Gilbert Graham and family. … more
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I have you in my heart
  What an agonizing shock to lose a loved one, especially the death of a child, the insurmountable pain of grief attacking the mind and body that parents must endure, upon facing this unbelief. … more
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Back Door Books bag of books event at the library
Greetings from River City. Happy anniversary wishes to our beloved Chris and Jenn who celebrate August 16. May the next 27 years bring every joy and happiness, every blessing of God to your lives … more
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Library to host a free performance skills workshop
Community News: August Updates School News/Events: Marlboro Middle School will host an orientation for Grade 6 students and new students, along with their parents, on Thursday, August 29. To ensure … more
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